Harbhajan was banned for three Tests for allegedly calling Australia all-rounder Andrew Symonds [Images] a monkey during the second Test in January at the same venue. The punishment was later reduced on appeal.

"I think it is wrong," India manager Bimal Soni told reporters. "Nothing has been done like that. They are making a mountain out of a molehill. He did nothing.

"These stories I do not believe them and I strongly condemn them."

India beat Australia by six wickets in the first tri-series final and will clinch the tournament with victory in the second match in Brisbane on Tuesday.